TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Attorney General Pam Bondi today released the following statement on the passing of Jefferson County Sheriff David C. Hobbs:

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of my friend Sheriff Hobbs, a devoted lawman and veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Sheriff Hobbs dedicated his life to serving the community he loved, and Florida is better because of his service. Our prayers remain with Sheriff Hobbs’ family, friends and Florida’s entire law enforcement community.”